The Battle of Wilson's Creek, the second major battle of the Civil War, took place on August 10, 1861, in southwest Missouri, resulting in the deaths of over 2,500 men. The battle marked the beginning of four years of conflict in Missouri, including invading armies and guerrilla warfare, and was the first west of the Mississippi River.
August Light: Wilson's Creek and the Battle for Missouri
The Battle of Wilson's Creek, fought on August 10, 1861, in southwest Missouri, resulted in over 2,500 fatalities, including many Missourians.
